3v3 PROGRAMme
Any 6-12 year old.
All abilities.
One world-class facility.
Boys and girls can now train, develop and have fun where elite footballers are made, at the City Football Academy, while experiencing the Manchester City training and playing philosophy.
PROGRAMme HIGHLIGHTS
- 3v3 Programme to provide players opportunities to develop in and out of possession.
- The programme takes place during the Easter Holidays (Week 1 - 3rd - 7th April, Week 2 - 10th - 14th April 2023) with training sessions taking place each day (Evenings only).
- All sessions delivered by established Manchester City Coaches, following the same philosophy used to develop City’s own players, delivered in a fun, positive and safe learning environment.
- The 2-day programme is aimed at players aged 6 years and is priced at £45, plus £60 for kit.
- The 5-day programme is aimed at players aged 7-12 years and is priced at £150, plus £60 for kit.
Programme CONTENT
3v3 Programme to provide players opportunities to develop in and out of possession.
- Improve attacking skills in 1v1 scenarios
- Introduce defending techniques
- Develop player understanding
Week focus
During the week players will experience the following:
- How to develop facing, turning, change of direction and stop start skills.
- How to defend individually to start an attack
- Work with other teammates in a basic formation in a 3v3 game
programme schedule
All sessions will take place during the Easter Holidays (Week 1 - 3rd - 7th April , Week 2 - 10th - 14th April 2023)
2-day Programme
Each programme has 2x evening sessions (Tuesday & Thursday or Wednesday & Friday).
5-day Programme
Each programme has 5x sessions (Monday - Friday)
|
Age Group |
Date of Birth |
Evening Sessions |
|
Under 7 |
01/09/15 - 31/08/16 |
1.5 Hours each day |
|
Under 9 |
01/09/13 - 31/08/15 |
2 Hours Daily |
|
Under 11 |
01/09/11 - 31/08/13 |
2 Hours Daily |
|
Under 13 |
01/09/09 - 31/08/11 |
2 Hours Daily |
City Football Academy
Training sessions are delivered at the City Football Academy, home to Manchester City’s first team, Women’s team and Boys and Girls Academy teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Courses are aimed at players aged 6-12 years old, boys and girls, who enjoy playing football and are looking to improve their skills and game understanding through holiday periods.
All players should be physically able to participate in age-appropriate practical football training sessions.
For players with disabilities there are a number of initiatives delivered through City In The Community (CITC) where specialist staff will oversee more appropriate session content. Please visit https://www.mancity.com/community
Players should arrive already changed in their kit approximately 15 minutes before the start of each scheduled session.
The address is:
City Football Academy, West Gate, Alan Turing Way, Manchester, M11 4TQ
Parking is available at West Gate car park.
Google Map link can be view here.
All sessions will be delivered on artificial pitches.
As such, players should wear the appropriate footwear (boots for artificial/firm ground or turf trainers – no screw-in studs or running shoes).
Each player will receive a kit pack as part of their course enrolment, charged at £60. Kit sizes can be viewed here.
Each coaching session is delivered by UEFA qualified Manchester City coaches.
All coaches are DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service background checked), hold ‘First Aid in Football’ qualifications and hold the FA Safeguarding Children award (trained to promote best practice to protect young people).
Players will be grouped by ability within age groups where possible to ensure maximum participation, positive learning opportunities and a fun experience for all.
Manchester City Football Club strives to ensure that everyone in our care or attending our activities feel safe and free from risk of harm. The Club takes its safeguarding responsibilities very seriously and we are committed to creating a safe and positive environment for everyone.
View our Safeguarding Policy.
